Using sharp tools for cutting, engraving or incising wood and other resistant materials, eg, Perspex, linoleum or hardboard.The use of scissors for cutting paper and board.The use of craft knives and scalpels, with and without cutting mats.

This short guide goes through the points that need to be considered when managing the evacuation of practical rooms in D&T, food and Art and Design.

Cutting, carving and smoothing aerated concrete  blocks, GRP, Green Oasis, plaster of Paris blocks, wood or MDF including mould-making.Cutting expanded polystyrene with a sharp tool or a hot wire and smoothing it.Using a chain saw on wood.

Creating art using scrap or waste materials of various sorts.Making mosaics by breaking up ceramic tiles or similar.